Everything Announced at the Xbox E3 2017 Press Conference

Project Scorpio’s Official Name is Xbox One X

Microsoft has officially announced the next iteration of Xbox hardware, the Xbox One X, releasing November 7 for $499 (were you expecting anything lower?). Current Xbox One accessories and games are fully functional on the new system. Analyze the Xbox One X’s full tech specs – or find out if it plays 4K Blu-Ray’s – right here.

Forza Motorsport 7 Coming This Holiday

The first title shown off at the Xbox E3 2017 press conference was Forza Motorsport 7, which apparently runs in native 4K resolution at a consistent 60fps. You’ll be able to play it on Xbox One and PC on October 3, and holiday 2017 on Xbox One X.

Metro: Exodus Announced

The next installment in the Metro series is releasing at an undisclosed time in 2018. Metro: Exodus takes place in apocalyptic Russia and word on the street is that it could be open world. If you haven’t played a Metro game then keep an eye out for one of their frequent sales on the Xbox Store.

Assassin’s Creed: Origins Announced, Set In Egypt

If it’s been awhile since you’ve seen the inside of an animus, then your wait is almost over. AC: Origins, developed by the team that made Black Flag, is centered around the beginning of the assassins. Slide down pyramids. Sail a lil’ boat. Fight a basilisk. Video games, y’all.

Player Unknown’s Battlegrounds Revealed as Xbox Console Exclusive

That one game that everyone has been talking about (and we’ve been playing) is apparently coming to Xbox One this fall; but I wouldn’t hold my breath.

Deep Rock Galactic Looks Like a Minecraft Mod Set in Space

Space dwarves that mine through the depths of extraterrestrial planets in order to unleash mini-gun destruction upon herds of hostile alien spiders. If you’re into that, you should probably check out Deep Rock Galactic.

State of Decay 2 Has a Release Date

One of the most well-liked zombie games is getting a sequel. Build a community with your friends in State of Decay 2, releasing Spring 2018.

The Darwin Project Announced

Another day, another survival-arena-shooter. However, The Darwin Project seemed pretty interesting, until a bald man started shouting at me. Keep an eye out for this Xbox & PC exclusive.

Cross-Play Coming to Minecraft

Play Minecraft online across a plethora of devices: tablets, VR, Windows 10 PCs and consoles. Also, those sweet sweet biome cubes are getting the 4K treatment.

We’re Stoked for Dragon Ball Fighter Z

Halfway through the Xbox E3 press conference, Microsoft announced a new 2D fighting game: Dragon Ball Fighter Z. Developed by Guilty Gear creators Arc System Works, this 3-on-3 fighter is coming to consoles sometime in 2018.

Black Desert Online is an Xbox One Console Exclusive

Pearl Abyss’ sandbox fantasy MMORPG, now exclusive to the Xbox console, is landing on digital storefronts in early 2018.

The Last Night Looks Like Blade Runner: The Game

There were many indie games shown off at the event, but The Last Night seems to be one of the standouts. This cyberpunk adventure’s pixel art is gorgeous.

The Artful Escape is Colorful

Originally announced as a Kickstarter project titled “The Artful Escape of Francis Vendretti,” The Artful Escape is heavily inspired by music and art.

Code Vein is Bandai Namco’s New Action Game

The game seems to be largely inspired by God Eater & Dark Souls. Release confirmed for 2018.

Sea of Thieves Received an Extended Gameplay Demo

Tacoma Receives Release Date

Fullbright’s new game is set on a space station and is releasing August 2.

Ashen, Xbox Exclusive RPG, Receives A New Trailer

Life is Strange: Before the Storm Revealed

The newest Life is Strange game is actually a prequel. First episode arrives August 31. Blessing will be happy.

Shadow of War Gameplay Demo

The latest Middle-Earth title is shaping up nicely. The Nemesis system is being expounded upon, now allowing players to build their own following of converted enemy armies.

Ori and the Will of the Wisps Announced

Please, just watch the trailer. Be still, my breaking heart.

Original Xbox Backwards Compatibility Launching Fall 2017

Towards the end of the showing, Phil Spencer announced “O.G. Xbox” backwards compatibility is coming to Xbox One. The crowd roared as the Xbox Executive announced that Crimson Skies was one of the first titles coming to the program.

World Gameplay Premiere of Anthem

Bioware’s new game, Anthem, was announced last night live at EA Play 2017; and earlier today Microsoft closed their Xbox E3 2017 press conference with the world gameplay premiere of Anthem.

And that, ladies and gentlemen, brings Microsoft’s E3 2017 press conference to a close. What’d you think of the announcements?